Tips for supporting someone with bipolar

Tips on supporting a friend or family member with bipolar

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My wife's struggle with bipolar disorder

George tells his story his wife Carolyn's death and her struggle with bipolar disorder
5 Ways to bring nature indoors

It’s mental health awareness week and this year's theme is “nature”. Here’s 5 ways to bring nature to you in this fantastic blog from Leah Charles - King
Kundalini yoga - self-management class

Learn the techniques of Kundalini yoga for gentle exercise and relaxation
The importance of early diagnosis

In this the second in the series we continue with Adam Deacon’s story. He’s Bipolar UK’s newest ambassador and has previously given his perspective on living with bipolar disorder.

Employment and bipolar disorder: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon talks about the world of work
Experiences of bipolar in the LGBTQ+ community: conference 2021

April Kelley hosts the break-out session at the 2021 conference dedicated to the experience of the LGBTQ+ community. Other panellists are Jonny Benjamin and Carrie Lyell
Bipolar Commission: facebook live

In this week's facebook live Simon introduces the Bipolar Commission, a ground breaking piece of research that aims to transform health care for people living with bipolar.
Bipolar basics: conference 2021

A discussion, led by Prof Ian Jones of Cardiff University, about self-management and key information you need when first diagnosed
How to get a diagnosis: conference 2021

Prof Guy Goodwin and Bipolar UK Ambassador Luyando Malawo discuss the challenges of getting a bipolar diagnosis.
Women and bipolar: conference 2021

Break-out session from 2021 conference with bipolar researcher, Dr Clare Dolman and actress and Bipolar UK ambassador Natasha Naomi Rea
Tackling mental health stigma in the black community: conference 2021

At the Bipolar UK virtual conference Leah Charles-King moderated a session on tackling mental health stigma in the black community. The video is now available.
Pregnancy: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week April talks about and the audience shares experiences of pregnancy
Natural treatments to manage bipolar: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon explores natural treatments to help you manage your bipolar.
Anxiety and bipolar: facebook live

On Fridays we host facebook live sessions on topics related to bipolar. This week Simon examines the link between anxiety and bipolar

Bipolar UK Mood Scale

Our Mood Scale can help you to identify your moods. Use it with our Mood Diary to help keep track of your moods.
How do I know if I have bipolar?

The common signs of bipolar disorder
Is there a medical test for bipolar?

How can you get a confirmation of bipolar disorder?
Is there a cause or cure for bipolar?

Do we know what causes bipolar? Can it be cured?
Join our eCommunity

Our eCommunity is an anonymous and supportive online forum for anyone affected by bipolar and for this who think they may have bipolar.
Could mood swings mean bipolar?

An introduction to bipolar and how monitoring your moods and behaviour can help
Speak to our Peer Support Line

Free support and information about bipolar from someone also affected by bipolar through our Peer Support Line.
If I experience mood swings does that mean I have bipolar?

How bipolar mood swings are classified using a the Bipolar UK mood scale
What is rapid cycling?

Read about rapid cycling, a type of bipolar disorder
What is bipolar?

The symptoms of the different types of bipolar